Unshorten.link is a completely free chrome extension created by an indie developer named Jimmy Mesta. This extension allows you to expand simplified links. This privacy tool can ensure the security of the short URL webpage you will visit so you can safely navigate on it without fearing your online information getting hacked or tracked.

Shortened links from popular shortening platforms like bit.ly or t.co are supported by Unshorten.link. This add-on enables you to know exactly where it will take you. For more link manager programs, see Xenu’s Link Sleuth or Link Manager.

Secures safety of sites with simplified links

Unshorten.link authorizes you to see the original URL from a browser. The main function of this suite is to check the links through a simple analysis of the destination URL. It is designed to work with your default browser. In case of a visit to the page, it will show you the location data of the website. To display the shortened URL, you’ll need to install this browser extension.  

Once done installing, you can view links on any website by selecting them in the list of shortened URLs. All in all, the shortening services that it supports are over 300, and more are added to its database regularly. Apart from expanding the link, this Chrome add-on can analyze the URLs for malware possibility and eliminate well-known tracking cookies from the URLs automatically. 

In addition, all the short links that you accidentally or intentionally hit will redirect you quickly to its link expansion page granting you a clear view of the URL location. It performs impressively, but some drawbacks can still be experienced such as the infinite looping of the ad.fly. Also, the supported shortening sites are limited. Some well-recognized platforms aren’t supported..

Handy short link manager extension

Unshorten.link places an extra line of security for you when browsing. This way you can strongly protect your online identity without any chances of getting yourself hacked or tracked unknowingly. However, the list of shortening services that it supports should be widened so, that no short links will ever pass through a loophole. Furthermore, the infinite looping of ad.fly should be lessened or best, removed completely.